Oxford University Islamic Society

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The Imam & the Pastor (A Documentary from the heart of Nigeria)

Wednesday, 21st February 2007 @ 7:45pm

Event Details

Location: Danson Room, Trinity College

Cost: FREE

Website: http://www.ouisoc.com

Contact Details: mail@ouisoc.com

This documentary film depicts the reconciliation between Imam Muhammad Ashafa and Pastor James Wuye, and the peace-making initiatives which have flowed from it.
The film, narrated by Rageh Omaar, traces their remarkable story, showing that it is possible for the perpetrators of inter-religious violence to become instigators of peace.
It depicts the dynamics of personal forgiveness, and highlights some of the difficulties that arise in Christian-Muslim partnership and how they can be tackled. A case study of grass-root initiatives to rebuild communities torn apart by conflict.
"Theirs is an inspiring story, full of hope… A model for Muslim-Christian relations" - Dr Rowan Williams, Archbishop of Canterbury
"Powerful and timely" - Ambassador Aminu Wali, Nigerian Permanent Mission to the United Nations
"Beautifully shot, visually evocative… its content is never less than thought-provoking and carries potential lessons for us all" - The Herald, Scotland
The film will be followed by an informal discussion session for those who wish to stay. For the discussion we will be joined by:
Peter Riddell, from Initiatives of Change (http://www.iofc.org) Dr Raghib Ali, from Oxford Islam and Muslim Awareness Project (www.oxfordimap.org) Refreshments will be provided free of charge.

Added on Sunday 18th February by Fahd Mahmood

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